While humans are in their homes during lockdown, some animals are taking advantage of the situation. People might be dreaming of being able to eat at their favorite restaurants once again, but a flock of sheep has descended on a McDonald’s in the town of Ebbw Vale, south Wales — choosing to munch on a
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The true death toll from coronavirus in England and Wales up to April 10 was about 41% higher than the UK government’s daily update, according to data released by the country’s Office of National Statistics (ONS). The daily updates on the government’s website only include deaths in hospitals — not other locations, including hospices, care
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Confusing and sometimes conflicting reports emerged Tuesday about the health of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. That was followed by intense speculation on his whereabouts, his medical condition and the future of the world’s only hereditary communist state. Initial rumblings began after North Korea’s most important holiday came and went on April 15 without
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WASHINGTON, DC — Trump administration officials on Tuesday morning scrambled to finalize an executive order after President Donald Trump said in a late-night tweet he would temporarily suspend immigration to the United States as the nation battles the health and economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic. “In light of the attack from the Invisible Enemy,
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Sheryl Sandberg didn’t make a habit of celebrating her birthday until her husband Dave Goldberg died in 2015. Now, she’s grateful to celebrate every year. It’s the kind of “post-traumatic growth” she’s encouraging people to tap into now as they grapple with loss and hardship caused by coronavirus, the Facebook COO told CNN’s Poppy Harlow
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Sheryl Sandberg didn’t make a habit of celebrating her birthday until her husband Dave Goldberg died in 2015. Now, she’s grateful to celebrate every year. It’s the kind of “post-traumatic growth” she’s encouraging people to tap into now as they grapple with loss and hardship caused by coronavirus, the Facebook COO told CNN’s Poppy Harlow
Continue Reading “Empire” finishes its six-season run this week with a sort-of series finale, ending what has been a long, strange trip. Famous for its over-the-top twists and cliffhangers, the musical drama that was once one of TV’s biggest hits experienced a fall almost as steep as its rise. When Fox announced that the series would be
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Winds will increase around the region this afternoon ahead of an approaching upper-level system. Strong winds combined with very low relative humidity and will support fire danger throughout the borderland. Therefore a Red Flag Warning will be in place this afternoon. Winds will increase this evening from the west with a sustained speed of 20
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WASHINGTON, DC — A $483 billion coronavirus aid package flew through the U.S. Senate on Tuesday after Congress and the White House reached a deal to replenish a small-business payroll fund and provided new money for hospitals and testing. Passage was swift and unanimous, despite opposition from conservative Republicans. President Donald Trump tweeted his support,
Continue Reading Travis Scott has linked up with Fortnite and it’s about to be a blast. The Grammy-nominated rapper will debut his new song “Astronomical” within the wildly popular online video game for a series of concerts set to start Thursday. “From April 23-25, blast off into a one of a kind musical journey featuring Travis Scott
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Joe Biden’s search for a running mate is unlike any other in recent history. The presumptive Democratic nominee committed to selecting a woman to serve as his vice president in an unprecedented announcement during the final Democratic debate last month. Since then, Biden has turned the typically private search into a public endeavor, using his
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EL PASO, Texas — Many in our region travel back and forth between El Paso and Ciudad Juárez. Though traffic has slowed with the implementation of border restrictions, the communities remain interconnected. As both fight the same fight against COVID-19, one local infectious disease expert warns of challenges in containing the virus on either side.
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Virtually unbeatable on the red stuff it turns out that Rafael Nadal has feet of clay when it comes to technology. The 19-time grand slam champion hosted an Instagram Live event on Monday with a number of stars from the sport but had a few issues getting to grips with the platform. Fans tuned in
Continue Reading Earlier this month, a Boeing 747 freighter took off from Lleida-Alguaire Airport in Spain, bound for Chicago and laden with urgent medical supplies. It had arrived at this little out-of-the-way airport, some 150 miles west of Barcelona, a couple of months earlier. Its operator, New York’s Atlas Air, had parked it there due to lack
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South Korea says it can’t corroborate reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is gravely ill, with an official in the presidential office saying Seoul believes he is with officials traveling outside the capital, Pyongyang. The official said that “no unusual signs supporting reports about his health conditions have been detected.” They also cast
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Screen time for Rachel Lubchansky’s 5th grade triplets used to be limited to two hours a week. That was before the coronavirus pandemic resulted in months-long school closures nationwide. Now, there are new rules. The 11-year-olds are permitted an hour a day of “free rein” on screens. Their family isn’t alone in making this change.
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Doctors at some Los Angeles County hospitals say people are waiting too long to seek medical treatment — including those infected with the coronavirus — over fears of catching Covid-19, potentially leading to more detrimental effects to their health. Los Angeles County reported 1,491 new coronavirus cases on Monday, bringing the total to 13,816, Los
Continue Reading A vandal who left graffiti around Death Valley National Park on numerous occasions has confessed to his crimes and apologized to the National Parks Service, according to a press release from the agency. The man wrote “Steve & Lacy” on rocks, a well and other historic structures throughout Death Valley National Park in January 2019
Continue Reading With our ability to access parks and public spaces limited amid global lockdowns, there has never been a better time to embrace greenery at home. Building and maintaining a collection of indoor plants may feel like another thing to worry about for the stressed and anxious. But according to Jason Chongue, author and creative director
Continue Reading London Fashion Week will become gender neutral for 12 months as the British Fashion Council abandons binary shows starting this June. The move, announced by the council in a news statement Tuesday, effectively presses pause on London Fashion Week Men’s, which started in 2012 to give designers a distinct platform to grow the industry. The
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A reporter reminded President Donald Trump that he held campaign rallies in February and March. He responded by suggesting he didn’t recall these rallies — and saying that hasn’t left the White House in “months” except for a coronavirus-related trip to Virginia in late March. Trump’s laughably obvious false claim about his travels was one
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Strongman leaders around the world are using the coronavirus crisis to stifle journalists, a leading press freedom watchdog has warned, as it bemoaned a missed opportunity to highlight the severity of the outbreak in its early days in Wuhan, China. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) criticized China for censoring early coverage of the coronavirus outbreak, telling
Continue Reading Famed restaurateur and founder of Le Cirque, Sirio Maccioni, has passed away at the age of 88, according to his son. Le Cirque was a hot spot for the likes of Ronald and Nancy Reagan and Frank Sinatra, according to Marco Maccioni. Maccioni passed away in his hometown of Montecatini, Italy, on Monday morning in
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EL PASO, Texas — An El Paso doctor’s wife wanted to show the hardworking staff at University Medical Center her gratitude during the pandemic. Georgina Williams, married to Dr. Gethin Williams, made 144 tamales to give to the UMC doctors and nurses on Tuesday. “There’s a story behind the tamales,” Williams explained. “Every year since
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EL PASO, Texas — The state of Texas has officially begun taking steps to slowly reopen as the state continues to deal with the coronavirus outbreak. While many state parks are beginning to reopen, El Paso will not see the Franklin Mountains or Hueco Tanks reopen locally. Statewide others will remain closed as is the
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A reporter reminded President Donald Trump that he held campaign rallies in February and March. He responded by suggesting he didn’t recall these rallies — and saying that hasn’t left the White House in “months” except for a coronavirus-related trip to Virginia in late March. Trump’s laughably obvious false claim about his travels was one
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EL PASO, Texas — Despite the number of coronavirus cases in El Paso and the rest of Texas continuing to rise, several restrictions are being eased in efforts to reopen the state which is benefiting some El Pasoans. One El Paso orthopedic group was anxiously awaiting the governor’s decision to announce three new executive orders
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America has an inequality problem and the coronavirus crisis is making it worse. The pandemic is leaving few people untouched, but America’s weakest demographic groups are shouldering the worst burden through job losses and front-line work, against a backdrop of a higher risk of infections and lower savings. The average black and Hispanic families are
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EL PASO, Texas — More than 6,400 El Paso area workers filed new unemployment claims over the past week as the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic continues to be felt across the Borderland. The latest jobless data released Monday night by Workforce Solutions Borderplex puts the five-week total of unemployment claims locally in excess
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The coronavirus pandemic has halted production on TV shows and movies around the world, with travel plans canceled, gatherings forbidden and shoots postponed. In Australia, however, legendary soap opera “Neighbours” will resume filming as soon as this week — with a number of creative tweaks. Actors will have to follow social distancing rules. The cast
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